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LVL 788V

1980 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,463 mi
Last recorded29,463 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Opel Manta55,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVL 788V
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 29,463 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 27,465 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 25,839 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive dif (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust rubber hanging mounts perished and cracking

Pass 1 Dec 2005 25,826 miles

off-side rear tyre worn on inner edge. †exhaust blowing at silencer joint

How Reliable is the Opel Manta?

Based on 9,040 MOT tests across 1,245 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 215
position lamp(s) not working 197
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 192
fog lamp not working 174
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LVL 788V is a 1980 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 55,181 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Manta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVL 788V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Manta typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LVL 788V registered?

LVL 788V is a 1980 Opel Manta, first registered on 7 January 1980.

Is LVL 788V safe to buy?

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